1956 AC Ace vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 641 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | AC | Panoz |
| Model | Ace | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
